Well Jacy,

That is probably psuedo or quasi legalism or legalism by association - LOL!




But in all seriousness, you are very wise and very right on! Very keen observations. I've struggled mightily with these same issues. I think we can get hung up on externals. But in truth, the convert will battle the old man that lies within for supremacy. But it will happen naturally. Temporal things are all fine and good but I think a dwelling on the things above will increase more and more as we grow in grace and produce an increase consciouness of spiritual things that will replace the trivial. But again, it should happen naturally and not be an attempt to comply with man-made sanctions.

You may want to send a private message to Pilgrim on this issue..... he seems to really strike that balance and he has helped me personally.

AC

Last edited by AC.; Tue Jun 09, 2009 1:08 PM.
The mercy of God is necessary not only when a person repents, but even to lead him to repent, Augustine